What if the biggest influence on what students believe isn’t the content itself, but what they’re shown in the first place? Students encounter news through algorithmically curated feeds, AI-generated content, and platforms built to capture attention. What rises, what spreads, and what feels true are shaped by forces they rarely see. This session moves beyond “fake news” to focus on what it takes to teach for clarity in an AI-shaped world. Drawing on journalism and classroom experience, Cathy Collins explores how the information landscape has shifted and why it matters for every classroom. Participants will take a closer look at how algorithms and AI shape what students know, and explore practical ways to help them question, verify, and make sense of what they encounter. Through real classroom examples, the session offers a clear path from passive scrolling to active investigation, supporting critical thinking, ethical AI use, and informed participation.